CTL Script/ Top Stories of December 5th 

Publish Date: December 5th 

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From the Ingles Studio Welcome to the Award-Winning Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast  

Today is Friday, December 5th and Happy Birthday to Walt Disney 

I’m Chris Culwell and here are the stories Cherokee is talking about, presented by Times Journal 

1. New Jersey Mike’s Subs location opening in Hickory Flat
2. FBI warns about rise in charity and disaster-relief fraud as holiday season ramps up
3. Walmart launches drone delivery service in Woodstock

Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on carrots 

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STORY 1: New Jersey Mike’s Subs location opening in Hickory Flat 

Jersey Mike’s Subs opened its doors at 6764 Hickory Road in the Hickory Flat community this Wednesday. 

From Dec. 3 to 7, the new location will support Every Link Matters, a nonprofit helping kids with KBG Syndrome. Got one of their special fundraising coupons? Donate at least $3, and you’ll snag a regular sub in return. No coupon, no deal—so keep an eye out for those flyers. 

“We’re so excited to join the Woodstock community,” said franchise owner Diego Rangel. “Giving back is who we are. Partnering with Every Link Matters lets us make a real difference—one sub at a time.” 

Hungry? You can order in-store, online, or through the Jersey Mike’s app. Delivery and curbside pickup are also options. 

The shop will be open daily from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. For more info, visit jerseymikes.com or call 470-523-8055. 

Looking for a job? Email nico@rangelcompanies.com. 

STORY 2: FBI warns about rise in charity and disaster-relief fraud as holiday season ramps up 

 The holidays are here, and so are the scammers—because, of course, they are. The FBI is warning folks to watch out for charity and disaster-relief fraud, which always seems to spike after major disasters or crises. 

These scammers? They’re sneaky. They’ll pose as legit charities, relief workers, or even government agencies, using emails, fake websites, crowdfunding pages, or social media to tug at your heartstrings—and your wallet. Sometimes they’ll even offer cleanup services, demand payment upfront, and then vanish. 

The FBI’s advice? Double-check charities before donating, skip sketchy links, and stick to secure payments (no gift cards or wire transfers). Stay sharp out there. 

STORY 3: Walmart launches drone delivery service in Woodstock 

 Residents near the Woodstock Walmart on Highway 92 can now have small packages delivered by drone—yes, drones. 

Walmart and Wing, the drone company behind the service, kicked things off Wednesday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and the first official delivery. Woodstock is one of six metro Atlanta cities chosen for the launch, alongside Conyers, Dallas, Hiram, Loganville, and McDonough. 

The drones, fully electric and weighing about 11 pounds, can carry up to two pounds of goods and fly six miles one way. They operate quietly at low altitudes, dropping packages to designated spots like driveways or backyards. 

Here is what Senator John Albers had to say about these new delivery drones.  

JOHN ALBERS CUT 

To see if you’re eligible, visit wing.com/atlanta. 

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STORY 4:  Wolverines perfect through five games 

 Woodstock basketball is on fire. Under third-year coach Eric Blair, the Wolverines are off to a perfect 5-0 start—already their best in nearly a decade. They crushed Roswell 58-34 before Thanksgiving, thanks to sophomore phenom Jahmar Maurice dropping 21 points. 

The team’s averaging 70.4 points per game, a huge leap from last year’s 57.7. They’ve blown out opponents like Blessed Trinity (by 30!) and edged out a nail-biter against Chapel Hill. 

With region play kicking off today against Creekview, the Wolverines are eyeing a championship. They swept the Grizzlies last year, and a win this week would be a big step toward that goal. For now, though, this team is rolling—and it’s hard not to get excited about what’s ahead. 

GA BULLDOGS:  

Georgia lost five-star quarterback Jared Curtis to Vanderbilt just before National Signing Day, dropping their recruiting class to No. 6. Despite the hit, the Bulldogs signed 30 players, including one five-star, defensive lineman Valdin Sone, and 22 four-stars. 

Key signees include local standout Craig Dandridge Jr., three top tight ends like Kaiden Prothro, and Colquitt County running back Jae Lamar. Defense was a focus, with edge rushers Pierre Dean and Khamari Brooks, plus safeties Jordan Smith and Zech Fort. 

Gwinnett County contributed five players, including Carter Luckie, continuing his family’s Georgia legacy. Coach Kirby Smart’s class remains strong despite the late shakeup. 

I’m Keith Ippolito and this is your Tribune Sports Minute. 

STORY 5: Cherokee County to form T-SPLOST citizen committee 

Cherokee County is forming a five-member citizen committee to keep an eye on how the county spends the $445 million expected from the new T-SPLOST, which kicks off April 1 and runs for six years. 

The Board of Commissioners approved the plan on Dec. 2, and each commissioner will appoint one member to the group. Their job? Make sure the county sticks to the approved project list and spends the money responsibly. They can give advice and updates but can’t change the project list. 

The committee, unpaid and open to the public, will hold its first meeting in early 2026. 

And now here is Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on carrots 

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